How long has Colleen Olson been in real estate?

Colleen Olson has been a licensed real estate professional for 22+ years, with license number SA550841000, serving the Scottsdale and greater Phoenix Arizona market.

What is Colleen Olson's book about?

Your Real Estate Consultant For Life shares Colleen's journey and philosophy for serving clients at the highest level — built on integrity, preparation, and decades of experience across Arizona's luxury market.

Colleen Olson | Scottsdale Arizona Real Estate | Your Real Estate Consultant For Life

Name: Your Real Estate Consultant For Life
Author: Colleen Olson

About Colleen

A Legacy Built on Trust & Integrity

Growing up in a real estate family, Colleen Olson was destined for this career. From watching her father Eugene negotiate deals at the kitchen table to building her own thriving practice at Arizona Best Real Estate, Colleen brings a rare combination of family values, relentless preparation, and genuine care to every client relationship.

Recognized among the top 1% of agents in Maricopa County, Colleen has helped over 700 families navigate the Arizona luxury market — from Scottsdale to Paradise Valley and beyond. Her "Build to Last" philosophy means you're not just getting an agent for today's transaction. You're gaining a trusted partner for life.

Now, Colleen has distilled decades of wisdom into her book, Your Real Estate Consultant For Life — a roadmap for anyone navigating Arizona real estate with confidence.

Credentials & Recognition

22+ years as a licensed Arizona real estate professional
Top 1% of agents in Maricopa County
700+ families helped across 75+ zip codes
$400M+ in career sales volume
Luxury market specialist — Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix
Member, By Referral Only coaching community
Author — Your Real Estate Consultant For Life
Ironman 70.3 athlete — the discipline of a champion
Arizona Best Real Estate, Scottsdale, AZ

Arizona Real Estate License | SA550841000

Inside the Book

Six Chapters. A Lifetime of Wisdom.

From childhood lessons in love and discipline to mastering the luxury market on a global stage — each chapter of Your Real Estate Consultant For Life reveals a new dimension of Colleen's philosophy and the values that have guided over 700 successful real estate journeys.

Growing up as one of six children in a large Irish Catholic family, Colleen's mother Nancy was the cornerstone of everything. Born in the back of a taxi during a Minnesota snowstorm, Nancy raised her children with a powerful balance of love and discipline — instilling three core pillars that shaped Colleen's entire approach to real estate: family first, unwavering integrity, and deep social connection. Every client relationship Colleen builds today reflects the warmth, humor, and team mentality her mother modeled for decades.

Colleen's father Eugene was a stoic patriarch who built the community of Apple Valley, Minnesota starting with just three model homes in a cornfield. His mantra — "You just do it. No whining, no complaining. You get the job done." — is the foundation of Colleen's no-nonsense work ethic. Saturdays meant delivering "sold cards" to the neighborhood, competing with siblings for the fastest finish, then celebrating with A&W root beer floats. Eugene taught Colleen that real estate isn't just about properties — it's about building communities and helping families create their futures.

As a little girl perched on the stairs listening to her father's negotiations, Colleen always knew real estate was her calling. Life took a few detours — marriage, three children, a move to Arizona, and years with the airlines — but the dream never faded. In 2003, with her children aged 13, 14, and 15, she finally took the leap and joined Arizona Best Real Estate. From the first week, she felt at home. Today, Colleen leads her practice on three pillars: deep connection, trust, and encompassing care — with her son Connor continuing the family legacy alongside her.

Every morning, Colleen's day begins at 4 AM. By 4:15, she's driving to the gym — gym bag packed the night before like a soldier's armor. Five days a week, she takes on Boot Camp: running, weightlifting, cardio, stretching, and core work. This isn't just fitness — it's a philosophy. The resilience she builds through every rep and every sprint translates directly into the work she does for her clients. She prepares herself physically so she can show up mentally and emotionally, with the stability and laser focus it takes to negotiate on your behalf, every single day.

Colleen's "Build to Last" philosophy emerged from one powerful realization: her father built an extraordinary career, but not a business that could be passed down. She made it her mission to do it differently. Today, every decision she makes is guided by three pillars — deep connection, trust, and encompassing care — and a legacy mindset that means her clients aren't just getting a transaction. They're becoming part of something that will serve their families for generations. Her son Connor is a key part of this vision, ensuring continuity and excellence for every client who walks through the door.

From admiring her Aunt Colleen's work in the upscale Edina, Minnesota market to building a worldwide network of thousands of top agents, Colleen's journey into luxury real estate has been one of quiet observation, relentless learning, and strategic investment. Her "Three T's" approach — Trust, Time, and Team — ensures high-net-worth clients receive concierge-level service: complete discretion, zero wasted moments, and connections to the right schools, social circles, and professionals. Whether you're relocating from New York or searching for a second home in Scottsdale, Colleen's global reach and deep local knowledge work together to make it happen.

The Philosophy

Built on Three Timeless Principles

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Deep Connection

Every client relationship begins with genuine understanding. Colleen takes the time to truly know who you are, what you need, and what your dreams look like — before ever discussing a single property. It's not about the transaction. It's about the relationship that lasts long after the closing table.

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Unwavering Trust

Integrity is non-negotiable. Every recommendation Colleen makes is based solely on what is best for you. Her clients know that when she speaks, it comes from a place of honesty, experience, and a generations-long commitment to doing the right thing — always.

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Encompassing Care

Working with Colleen means being fully supported at every step. She goes above and beyond — staying until 1 AM to finalize documents, coordinating contractors, holding space through the emotional moments of major life transitions. Her clients don't just feel served. They feel championed.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Colleen has been a licensed Arizona real estate professional for over 22 years, holding license SA550841000. She joined Arizona Best Real Estate in 2003 and has built one of the most trusted practices in the Scottsdale and greater Phoenix market.

Colleen specializes in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Cave Creek, Chandler, Gilbert, and the broader Maricopa County area — with experience across 75+ zip codes. She also has a global luxury network that spans thousands of top agents worldwide for clients relocating to or from Arizona.

"Build to Last" is Colleen's core business philosophy — a commitment to creating not just successful transactions, but lasting relationships and a generational legacy of care. When you work with Colleen, you're not just a client for today. You become part of a legacy built on deep connection, trust, and encompassing care that will serve your family for years to come.

Yes. Colleen is a recognized luxury market specialist with a global network of top agents worldwide. Her "Three T's" approach — Trust, Time, and Team — is specifically designed to serve high-net-worth clients with complete discretion, efficiency, and access to the best properties, schools, and social connections Arizona has to offer.

You can reach Colleen by phone or text at 602-989-8641, or by email at colson@arizonabest.com. You can also visit her business website at sayyestothisaddress.com for listings, home valuations, and more.

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